Rephonic
Artwork for For The Love Of Rugby

For The Love Of Rugby

Crowd Network
Rugby
Six Nations
England Rugby
England
Wales
British and Irish Lions
Australia
Rugby World Cup
Ireland
France
Scotland
Leicester Tigers
New Zealand
Investec Champions Cup
Italy
Lions
Women's Six Nations
England Rugby Team
South Africa
Lions Tour

England's most capped men love rugby. Ben Youngs is a scrum-half so he’s spent most of his 127 games chatting away to team-mates, opposition and referees. His mate Dan Cole is still in the England squad, and has cult hero status thanks to his no-nonsense approach to most of life’s events. They’ve spent 20 years together at Leicester Tigers, toured together for the British and Irish Lions, and now ... more

PublishesDailyEpisodes289Founded3 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
RugbySports

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for For The Love Of Rugby

Latest Episodes

Jack Willis is truly one of the world's modern greats and Ben Youngs and Dan Cole couldn't leave France without popping to see their old mate in Toulouse.

From finding out his club Wasps was going bust to playing beautiful rugby in the world's most ... more

Ben Youngs and Dan Cole have still not left France and no trip would be complete without undertaking a pilgrimage to the rugby mecca of Toulouse.

🎟️ For The Love Of Rugby LIVE Tour 2026 Tickets:

UK: ⁠https://www.livenation.co.uk/for-the-love-of-... more

Shaunagh Brown is joined by Scottish International Emma Wassell, following their game against England at Scottish Gas Murrayfield this weekend. Emma and Shaunagh chat through her game against the Red Roses on Saturday as well as the other fixtures in... more

YouTube

Just days after confirming his move to Sale Sharks, we headed out to Brive to catch up with England legend Courtney Lawes. Joined by Ben Youngs and Dan Cole, the lads get into everything: the drive to pull on the England shirt again, what life in Fra... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

The Rugby Pod
The Rugby PodThe Ringer
Rugby Union Weekly
Rugby Union WeeklyBBC Radio 5 Live
The Ruck
The RuckThe Times
Flats and Shanks
Flats and ShanksFlats & Shanks

Recent Guests

Lilli Ives Campion
England Red Roses lock, lead line-out caller
England Red Roses
Episode: Women’s Six Nations Round 1: Record Red Roses & DJ Ruby Returns
Ben Tameifuna
Big Benny; elite prop for Bordeaux
Bordeaux Bègles
Episode: Bordeaux Beat Toulouse: And We Were There!
Emmanuel Meafou
Rugby player, Bordeaux connection
Bordeaux Bègles
Episode: Bordeaux Beat Toulouse: And We Were There!
Maxime Luco
Rugby player, Bordeaux
Bordeaux Bègles
Episode: Bordeaux Beat Toulouse: And We Were There!
Cameron Wocky
Rugby player, Bordeaux
Bordeaux Bègles
Episode: Bordeaux Beat Toulouse: And We Were There!
Fraser Dingwall
Northampton Saints player, guest on episode
Northampton Saints
Episode: One Of The Great European Nights | Bath Beat Saints 43-41
Fran McGee
Scottish rugby union player (Women's Six Nations)
Scottish Rugby
Episode: Inside Scotland's W6N Camp: National Pride, Female Warriors & Post-Match Nights Out
Evie Gallagher
Scottish rugby union player (Women's Six Nations)
Scottish Rugby
Episode: Inside Scotland's W6N Camp: National Pride, Female Warriors & Post-Match Nights Out
Evie Wills
Scottish rugby union player (Women's Six Nations)
Scottish Rugby
Episode: Inside Scotland's W6N Camp: National Pride, Female Warriors & Post-Match Nights Out

Hosts

Ben Youngs
Co-host and scrum-half with experience at Leicester Tigers and the England national team.
Dan Cole
Co-host and prop with extensive experience at Leicester Tigers and the England squad.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.8k ratings
  • Great podcast

    Brilliant insight into the thoughts of two experienced ex players.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loubo
    United Kingdom25 days ago
  • Too many ads

    Used to love the pod. Chemistry between Dan and Ben is still fantastic, but the constant ads and sponsored content have taken the magic away, so it doesn’t feel like a genuine chat between mates anymore.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    ArturoReynaldo322
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • For the Love of these Blokes!

    Great show. Big fan of Coley and Ben’s takes on the game, tactics, plays etc. Also of course the accents, banter, guests on the show and taking the piss out of THE Freddie Burns in any way or shape possible.

    From a South African, massive Springbok fan - I can recommend this.

    Good on you boys💪🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AJ_Meyer
    South Africaa month ago
  • Insightful

    It’s a good podcast, balanced views with a back and forward with insightful interviews.

    Particularly in the England v Italy review… Coley highlight that the style of play that wins world cups, is the grunt with a little bit of flare and minimal tries.

    Which is probably key to why, 6 nation teams haven’t won as many as the southern hemisphere teams as the don’t tend to chuck the ball around.

    And whilst the style England play is deemed boring, kicking and safe, ultimately it’s clearly working ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    scoo132
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Unreal analysis

    Probs the best detailed rugby pod (and i listen to loads!) giving actual analysis not designed for someone who has no idea about the game - with their latest one showing they arent afraid to roll up the sleeves and get into disagreements and the hard convo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hansoooooon
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Overall, feedback underscores the podcast's appeal to both rugby enthusiasts and casual listeners seeking deeper understanding.
The immediate production of episodes following key games is particularly praised, ensuring relevance and timely content.
Listeners appreciate the unique insights from seasoned players, distinguishing this as a go-to source for rugby analysis.
Some criticism exists regarding frequent sponsor mentions, which can detract from listener experience.
Reviews often highlight the hosts' camaraderie and humorous banter, adding an entertaining layer to their discussions.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#4
United States/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#3
United Kingdom/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#6
Canada/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#41
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#2
Italy/Sports/Rugby
Apple Podcasts
#8
France/Sports/Rugby

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Women’s Six Nations Preview: Ruby Returns, Captain Meg & Stranded Sadia
Q: Who are the leaders on the team and how does leadership manifest on the field?
Leadership is distributed across attacking, defensive, and kick strategies with captains taking charge in tight moments; senior players provide experience and balance within a larger leadership group.
Women’s Six Nations Preview: Ruby Returns, Captain Meg & Stranded Sadia
Q: What does a typical first day in camp look like for England?
First day is filled with meetings to set strategies and bonding, with no or light on-field work to start, to establish plans and team cohesion.
Pollock's Huge Deal, Inside Leicester's Revolution & Roebuck Winger Masterclass
Q: How would you describe your partnership with George Ford in terms of reading cues and coordinating kicks?
Roebuck explains that their partnership has matured from early big calls to a read based on eye contact and body language, with constant practice to perfect positioning and timing.
Pollock's Huge Deal, Inside Leicester's Revolution & Roebuck Winger Masterclass
Q: Tom Roebuck, I want to talk about, how are you, mate, firstly?
Roebuck replies that he's well and ready to talk about partnerships, especially the synergy with George Ford, highlighting the ongoing development of their on-field connection and shared training routines.
We Go Inside England Camp: What Now After Ireland Loss?
Q: What is the number one fix you feel you need to get right in this team as quickly as possible?
The immediate priority is to raise the physical intensity to match the level of the challenge; once that is improved, other technical and tactical issues tend to become clearer and easier to fix.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About For The Love Of Rugby

What is For The Love Of Rugby about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The podcast provides a unique and engaging perspective on rugby through the lens of seasoned players Ben Youngs and Dan Cole. With decades of collective experience, they offer listeners insider insights into both the exhilarating and challenging aspects of the sport, including game strategies, player dynamics, and the emotional stakes behind major matches. Regularly addressing current events within rugby, they focus on key tournaments like the Six Nations while providing a blend of analysis and personal anecdotes that enhance the listening experience.

What sets this podcast apart is its authentic connection to the sport, as hosts navigate the complexities of rugby with humor and candidness. Featuring notable guests from the world of rugby,... more

Where can I find podcast stats for For The Love Of Rugby?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for For The Love Of Rugby. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to For The Love Of Rugby and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does For The Love Of Rugby get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for For The Love Of Rugby, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for For The Love Of Rugby?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for For The Love Of Rugby, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does For The Love Of Rugby have?

To see how many followers or subscribers For The Love Of Rugby has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to For The Love Of Rugby?

These podcasts share a similar audience with For The Love Of Rugby:

1. The Good, The Bad & The Rugby
2. The Rugby Pod
3. Rugby Union Weekly
4. The Ruck
5. Flats and Shanks

How many episodes of For The Love Of Rugby are there?

For The Love Of Rugby launched 3 years ago and published 289 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact For The Love Of Rugby?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for For The Love Of Rugby?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for For The Love Of Rugby from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for For The Love Of Rugby?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of For The Love Of Rugby. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on For The Love Of Rugby?

Recent guests on For The Love Of Rugby include:

1. Lilli Ives Campion
2. Ben Tameifuna
3. Emmanuel Meafou
4. Maxime Luco
5. Cameron Wocky
6. Fraser Dingwall
7. Fran McGee
8. Evie Gallagher

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days